Department of History and the Murphy Institute Assistant Professor (Tenure-track) in History and Political Economy

Tulane • New Orleans, LA

85d • Onsite

About The Position

We seek to hire an Assistant Professor (tenure-track) in History and Political Economy. Applications are welcome from all geographic areas, including those whose work crosses national boundaries. The Department of History has a growing research strength in economic history, to which the successful candidate will contribute. The Murphy Institute houses Tulane’s undergraduate program in Political Economy and its various centers support a variety of research activities, including an internationally renowned faculty fellowship program and a vibrant series of lectures, seminars, and conferences. The teaching load is 2-2, equally split between the Department of History and the Murphy Institute. The prospective candidate will contribute to the History Department’s undergraduate and graduate programs. The candidate should also be able to offer the course PECN 3020, Political Economy: A Historical Overview and an advanced seminar for majors in political economy in the candidate’s area of expertise for the Murphy Institute. Successful candidates are expected to contribute to research and teaching in both History and Political Economy.

Requirements

• PhD in History.
• ABD candidates will be considered, but a terminal degree is required by the time the Assistant Professor appointment begins.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the History Department’s undergraduate and graduate programs.
• Offer the course PECN 3020, Political Economy: A Historical Overview.
• Offer an advanced seminar for majors in political economy in the candidate’s area of expertise for the Murphy Institute.
• Contribute to research and teaching in both History and Political Economy.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree